NBA legend LeBron James reflected on playing against Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Ziaire Williams, the former teammate of James’ 17-year-old son Bronny. There are a few ways to quantify just how long LeBron James has been dominating the game of basketball. He’s 36 years old, turning 37 later this year on Dec. 30. He was drafted
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The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. One week into the NBA season and 23 teams have already taken their first L (or three of them in the case of the Thunder and Pelicans). The best
8:00 AM ET Jamal Collier MILWAUKEE — Before winning his first NBA championship, Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo used to imagine how it would change his life: how it would be a weight lifted off his shoulders and how he’d finally be able to exhale. “But it’s false,” Antetokounmpo said after the Bucks received their
Iman Shumpert, NBA (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images) Joc Pederson on how he got Braves mojo going: ‘Show up, say hey’ by Alicia de Artola Longtime NBA veteran Iman Shumpert is a contestant on the 30th season of Dancing with the Stars but, he’s not just there, he’s an absolute revelation on the dance floor.
Jul 20, 2021; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Phoenix Suns XXXX against the Milwaukee Bucks during game six of the 2021 NBA Finals at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Jul 20, 2021; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks XXXX against the Phoenix Suns during game six of the 2021 NBA Finals at Fiserv Forum.
11:57 PM ET Jamal Collier The Chicago Bulls are off to the franchise’s best start since the 1996-97 season. They improved to 4-0 on Monday night with a 111-108 victory against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena, making Chicago the last remaining unbeaten team in the Eastern Conference. After overhauling their roster in free agency,
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Lauri Markkanen. (Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports) Watch: Saints unintentional fumblerooski somehow results in TD by Scott Rogust Lauri Markkanen announced himself with the Cleveland Cavaliers by embarrassing Nikola Jokic on his home floor with a monster poster dunk. Nikola Jokic may be the reigning MVP in the NBA, but that doesn’t
3:27 AM ET LOS ANGELES — Carmelo Anthony said the best part about passing Moses Malone for No. 9 on the all-time scoring list in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 121-118 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday is the level he’s been able to sustain nearly two decades into his NBA career. “I’m still here
Terrence Ross, Orlando Magic, Evan Fournier, New York Knicks. (Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports) Ball don’t lie: 3 worst calls from Week 7 in the NFL by Mark Powell The best early-season social media victory of the NBA season goes to the Orlando Magic for absolutely owning New York Knicks fans. Not only did the Orlando
Oct 24, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) looking to pass against Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) during the second quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports Michael Vick congratulates Braves on reaching World Series by Scott Rogust NFL Twitter wants Jimmy Garoppolo benched after
8:00 AM ET The small sample size of the NBA’s opening week usually provides an interesting look at the standings. The start of the 2021-22 season was no different. The Chicago Bulls and Charlotte Hornets, two teams that missed the Eastern Conference playoffs last season, are each off to 3-0 starts. (The latter spoiled the
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo. (Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports) LeBron James, NBA Twitter lose it over Steph Curry’s 100-point pace against poor Clippers by Cody Williams The Milwaukee Bucks didn’t quite look like the defending NBA champions in a blowout loss to the Heat in their second game of the season. Twitter gave them hell
Oct 19, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) dribbles a ball against Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) during the first quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports Astros even ALCS thanks in part to Laz Diaz’s handy-work by Cody Williams Former Kentucky basketball coach
LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 12: LeBron James #6 and Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers on the basketball court together during the second half of a preseason basketball game against the Golden State Warriors at Staples Center on October 12, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and
2:45 AM ET LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers barely escaped the Memphis Grizzlies in Sunday’s 121-118 win and LeBron James might have narrowly avoided another major injury. Grizzlies forward Desmond Bane collided with James’ right leg in the first half, causing James to tumble to the floor. The Lakers star remained there for
Newly-acquired New York Knicks shooting guard Evan Fournier gets a warm welcome from fans after a 138-134 overtime win over the Boston Celtics. The New York Knicks are back — at least that’s what the fans have to say. After an electric double-overtime win on Wednesday, Knicks fans flooded the streets with excitement as they
5:19 PM ET NEW YORK — A group of protesters gathered outside Barclays Center waving flags and signs while chanting, “No vaccine mandate, stand with Kyrie” before the Brooklyn Nets‘ home opener against the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday. Around 100 people stood in the plaza outside the arena and on the street blocking traffic on
Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis. (Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports) MLB Twitter celebrates after Astros late homer cements World Series appearance (Video) by Amy Kaplan There was drama on the Los Angeles Lakers sideline on Friday night as Anthony Davis and Dwight Howard had a verbal and physical altercation. All is not well in
7:26 PM ET EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — As much as the new-look Los Angeles Lakers have preached patience, a winless exhibition slate, a handful of injuries and now an 0-2 start to the regular season — that included tensions boiling over in Friday’s loss to the Phoenix Suns — would test any team’s resolve. Yet
Los Angeles Lakers guard Rajon Rondo (4) against the Phoenix Suns during a preseason game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports 3 Red Sox players who won’t be back next season by Alicia de Artola The Los Angeles Lakers are off to an 0-2 start, with both losses coming at home,
Gerald Green is finally ending his NBA career after 12 years and will join the Houston Rockets coaching staff in player development. After 12 years playing for eight different teams, Gerald Green has officially retired. The journeyman swingman announced his retirement on Friday ahead of the Rockets’ game against the Rockets game against the Thunder,
11:14 PM ET The Golden State Warriors decided to poke a little fun at Klay Thompson in honor of him being left off the NBA’s 75th anniversary team. Before Saturday’s practice, some of Thompson’s teammates hung a No. 77 jersey in his locker. Warriors forward Draymond Green posted two short videos on his Instagram stories
LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) Rece Davis names Georgia defender as his Heisman pick by John Buhler Michigan-Michigan State showdown will represent a first in rivalry history by Alicia de Artola When you come at the King, you best not miss. LeBron James put Phoenix Suns point guard Cam Payne
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 21: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors warms up prior to the start of the game against the LA Clippers at Chase Center on October 21, 2021 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is
October 21, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) celebrates on the bench against the LA Clippers during the second quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports Marvin Vettori grinds out tough win over Paulo Costa in a thriller at UFC Vegas 41 (Video) by Curtis Calhoun
3:14 AM ET LOS ANGELES — The Lakers‘ rocky start to the season continued with teammates Anthony Davis and Dwight Howard getting involved in a heated exchange in the first half of Friday’s 115-105 loss to the Phoenix Suns. Amid a 27-11 run by Phoenix to take a 13-point halftime lead, Howard and Davis had
Robert Sarver, the owner of the Phoenix Suns, is reportedly under fire over allegations of racism, sexism and sexual harassment. Things are about to get ugly in Phoenix. On Friday, NBA insider Jordan Schultz dropped word of serious allegations against Suns owner Robert Sarver. “The NBA is preparing for a massive story accusing #Suns owner
1:27 AM ET Tim Bontemps Ohm Youngmisuk Close ESPN Staff Writer Ohm Youngmisuk has covered the Giants, Jets and the NFL since 2006. Prior to that, he covered the Nets, Knicks and the NBA for nearly a decade. He joined ESPNNewYork.com after working at the New York Daily News for almost 12 years and is
The Phoenix Suns hit back with a forceful statement denying “baseless claims” of racism, sexism and sexual harassment by owner Robert Sarver. Reports of allegations of racism, sexism and sexual harassment against owner Robert Sarver were met with unequivocal denial from the Suns organization on Friday. “We understand that an outlet is considering publishing a
12:04 AM ET Tim BontempsESPN PHILADELPHIA — In the wake of Ben Simmons meeting with and addressing his teammates for the first time since his holdout, 76ers forward Tobias Harris gave an impassioned defense of Simmons after Philadelphia’s 114-109 loss to the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night. “I think it’s obviously a good start,” Harris